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STAFF PICK / music

Euforquestra (funk)

Today, 9 p.m. Humboldt Brews, 856 10th St., Arcata. Progressive, genre-crossing funk fusions. Peace of Mind Orchestra open. $10. humbrews.com. 826-2739.

Comedy

Mateel Comedy Cabaret

Tomorrow, 8 p.m. Mateel Community Center, 59 Rusk Lane, Redway. Monthly showcase of professional comedians. This month features Rodger Lizoala. $10. www.mateel.org. 923-3368.

STAFF PICK / movies

Today, 7 p.m. Arcata Theater Lounge, 1036 G St. Screening wet films Ancient Sea Turtles Stranded in the Modern World and Lost In The Ether. Sponsored by Ocean Conservancy, Humboldt Surfrider and Humboldt Baykeeper. $3. 822-1220.

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Lighting Basics for Videographers

Wednesday, 6-8 p.m. Access Humboldt Community Media Center, Eureka High School, Eureka. Two-hour workshop offers insight on how to create different moods with light, including using backgrounds, understanding color temperature, and using different gear to create different effects. With cinematographer Landy Hardy. $20. www.accesshumboldt.net. 476-1798.

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April 11, 2010

Audubon Society Marsh Field Trip

outdoors / 8:30 a.m. Parking lot at end of South I Street. Free public field trip through the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary. Bring binoculars; held rain or shine. 822-3613.

Mountain Bike Guide Training

outdoors / 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Far North Climbing Gym, 10th and K sts., Arcata. Two day, comprehensive, session that endows the participant with the skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary to share the excitement of mountain biking with others. $200. www.NorthCoastAdventureCenters.com. 825-2211.

Vintage, Handmade, Homebaked Artistisan Trunk Sale

events, art, etc. / 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The Garden House, 1565 R Street, Arcata. None. E-mail HumboldtFunClub@gmail.com. 720-317-7330.

Trail Maintenance

outdoors / 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, 220 Stamps Lane, Manila. Learn how you can help. Sponsored by Friends of the Dunes. 444-1397.

SoMEone Special Kidz Program

for kids / 9:45-11 a.m. Eureka Center for Spiritual Living, 239 Buhne St. Children of all ages are invited to join fun, hands-on virtues classes. E-mail kiddieteacher@hotmail.com. 496-6712.

The Bodhisattva Practices Daylong Retreat

wellness / 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Isis Scrolls, 44 Sunny Brae Centre, Arcata. Discussion of the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva, a 14th century text revered by all Tibetan Buddhists. Call to reserve a spot. E-mail james@charitablehands.com. 822-1422.

Peace Begins with ME

for kids / 10-11:15 a.m. Eureka Center for Spiritual Living, 239 Buhne St. None. E-mail kiddieteacher@hotmail.com. 496-6712.

Learn How to Meditate

wellness / 10:30 a.m.-noon. Humboldt Area Foundation, 373 Indianola Road, Bayside. None. $10. www.meditateinla.org. 822-4207.

Share the Beach Outreach Workshop

outdoors / 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Clam Beach North Parking lot, Frontage Road, McKinleyville. Discover the interesting natural history of the plants and animals that we share the beach with, including the Western Snowy Plover. Learn simple things you can do to help by volunteering. Please RSVP. 444-1397.

North Group Sierra Club Hike

outdoors / 11 a.m. Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. 7-mile, medium-difficulty hike. Must register in advance with leader Melinda. E-mail mgroomster@gmail.com. 668-4275.

Keeping a Clean Pond Naturally

garden, lecture, free / Noon-1 p.m. Living Earth Landscapes, 5307 Boyd Road, Arcata. Keith Hamm discusses the best ways to keep a pond clear and clean without using toxic algaecides. www.northcoastlandscapes.com. 822-7663.

Gorialla Mask/Dance Workshop

music, dance, for kids / Noon-2 p.m. Eureka Center for Spiritual Living, 239 Buhne St. Kids make masks then sing and dance to “The Gorilla Song.”. $7. E-mail rwolofson@sbcglobal.net. 444-8764.

Understanding Islam

lecture / 1-2 p.m. Humboldt County Library, 1313 Third St., Eureka. HSU’s Dr. Abdul Aziz on the fundamentals of Islam, touching on topics such as the concept of God, modes of worship, Jihad and current political and social concerns. 822-8217.

Stefanie Hero

theater / 2 p.m. Gist Hall Theater, HSU. Play by Mark Medoff featuring swords, sorcery, dragons, heroics, hysterics, music and a modern moral with the Princess as the hero. Directed by Jyl Hewston. $10/$8 students and seniors. 826-3928.

Doubt: A Parable Matinee

theater / 2 p.m. North Coast Repertory Theatre, 300 Fifth St., Eureka. North Coast Repertory Theatre continues their season with John Patrick Shanely’s play about possibly questionable happenings at a Catholic school in the Bronx. Opening night gala with champagne reception. Benefit for cast and crew. $14. 442-6278.

Man of La Mancha Matinee

theater / 2 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theater, 447 Main St. Join the mad “knight” Don Quixote in this beloved musical by Dale Wasserman, Joe Darion and Mith Leigh based on Miguel de Cervantes 17th century masterpiece. Opening night benefit for cast and crew. $17/$14 students and seniors. 786-5483.

40th Spring Celebration in Song

music / 3 p.m. Ferndale Community Church, 712 Main St., Ferndale. Ferndale Community Choir presents music ranging from medieval chant accompanied by French Horn to contemporary arrangements with their roots in gospel music. 786-9756.

Science Fiction Club of Humboldt

meetings / 5 p.m. Old Town Coffee and Chocolates, Eureka. Monthly meeting. E-mail sfchum@suddenlink.net. 442-8600.

12th Arcata International Folk Dance Festival

events, music, dance / 7-11 p.m. Bayside Grange, 2297 Jacoby Creek Road. Three days of dancing, concerts and workshops. Beginners are welcome and you don’t need a partner. Singers and instrumentalists of all levels are invited. $50/$40 adv. www.arcatafolkdancefestival.org. 496-6734.

Harold Murrish Memorial Poker Tournament

sports / 7 p.m. Mateel Community Center, 59 Rusk Lane, Redway. Ofers participants the opportunity to test their skills against many of the best local card players. The tournament honors the many contributions of Harold and Helen Murrish and proceeds benefit Mateel programs.